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Major investment in genomics research will improve the health and wellbeing of Canadians
Monday, March 2, 2020
Nearly $15 million in federal funding to support genomics research in health, agriculture and environment
Canada is a world leader in genomics research, producing dramatic breakthroughs in science, and transforming our understanding of the world around us. The results of this research are being used to tackle important challenges and develop innovative solutions, not just in human health, but across diverse sectors of the economy.
New funding available for Novel Coronavirus (COVID-2019) Rapid Research
Friday, February 14, 2020
We are pleased to inform you that Genome Canada has partnered with the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) on an ongoing funding call entitled the Canadian 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Rapid Research Funding Opportunity.
Defining a path forward: Stakeholder engagement on pan-Canadian population cohorts
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
Large population based data sets hold the promise of transforming research in Canada and around the world.
Request for Applications: New funding available for large-scale applied research in the natural resources and environment sectors
Thursday, January 30, 2020
Today, Genome Canada, together with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), is pleased to launch a Request for Applications for the 2020 Large-Scale Applied Research Project Competition: Genomics Solutions for Natural Resources and the Environment.
New Vice-President, Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer at Genome Canada
Thursday, December 19, 2019
Genome Canada is delighted to announce the selection of Scott Davies as Vice-President, Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 1, 2020.
In this new role, Scott will provide expertise and leadership in the development and implementation of financial and corporate strategies that support the operations of Genome Canada in alignment with its strategic direction.
Dr. Rob Annan to Lead Genome Canada
Tuesday, November 12, 2019
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Genome Canada, Chair of the Board Dr. Elizabeth Douville announced today the appointment of Dr. Rob Annan as the organization’s new President and CEO, starting January 1, 2020.